Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Primary

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of primary aging?

• A) decreased insulin production resulting in diabetes
• B) loss of "fast twitch" muscle fibres used for bursts of strength or speed
• C) thickening of the lens of the eye and loss of accommodative power
• D) compression of disks of the spine resulting in loss of height

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